Council protest against CSG exploration- in theory

CSG continues to be the talk of the town with Wollongong City Council voting against the proposal to financially support a blockade against Apex Energy’s drilling program.

Despite the council campaigning against further coal seam gas exploration in the region they have rejected Greens’ Councillor Jill Merrin’s suggestion to provide logistical support for the protest, as concerns were raised about the potential of the blockade to get out of hand.

The council has also declined the proposal to provide facilities such as rubbish disposal units, portable toilets and shade structures.

Wollongong City Council continues to support (in theory) any lawful and peaceful protest which may occur.